The Cathedral Schola Cantorum

The Cathedral Schola Cantorum was founded in 1999 by former Archdiocesan music director and organist, Dr. Ezequiel Menéndez, and comprises professional singers. Currently under the direction of Dr. Gabriel Löfval, the choir maintains a very high standard of musical excellence; many of the choristers are accomplished vocal soloists and music educators. Among others, previous choirmasters include Dr. Edward Bolkovac and Dr. Jeffrey Douma. The choir’s repertoire encompasses the full range of Roman Catholic music, including plainchant, a cappella motets from the 16th through 20th centuries, music for chorus and orchestra, as well as newly commissioned works. The Cathedral Schola Cantorum performs frequently with the Soli Deo Gloria Orchestra, founded jointly by Dr. Menéndez and Dr. Bolkovac and featuring some of the area’s finest orchestral players. The Cathedral Schola Cantorum provides music for the 11:00 a.m. Sunday Liturgy and for numerous Archdiocesan events, many of which are broadcast by EWTN, WCCT, and ORTV/WJMJ Catholic Radio Station. In addition to its liturgical function, the Cathedral Schola Cantorum plays an active role in the concert life of the Hartford area, having appeared in concert with the New Haven and Hartford Symphony Orchestras. For an audition, please call the Director of Music Ministries at (860) 578-1433 or email: gabriel.lofvall@sjcct.org.